Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 15 - Gene Mutation and Molecular Medicine - 15.1 - Mutations Are Heritable Changes in DNA - 15.1 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 319: 3

Answer

Spontaneous mutations are permanent alterations in the genetic material that occur independent of exterior influence. These mutations occur because cellular processes such as DNA replication and protein synthesis are erroneous. Induced mutations occur as a result of exterior mutagens such as radiation or retroviruses causing a permanent change in DNA.

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Spontaneous mutations are permanent alterations in the genetic material that occur independent of exterior influence. These mutations occur because cellular processes such as DNA replication and protein synthesis are erroneous. Induced mutations occur as a result of exterior mutagens such as radiation or retroviruses causing a permanent change in DNA.
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